Associate Dir Admissions-UNADM - 990649

Position Classification

Regular, full-time, hourly, non-exempt and benefit-eligible staff position. For more benefit information visit Why Work at UCO?

General Schedule

Position typically works Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm in-office at UCO's main campus in Edmond, Oklahoma.

Position Overview

Oversees all aspects of the admission process for undergraduate students. Direct admissions staff to set and meet high standards and effective processes. Ensures adherence of Oklahoma State Regents of Higher Education (OSRHE) and institutional policies and practices. Resolve issues with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate with other functional areas within Enrollment and Student Success to ensure service is aligned with divisional and institutional goals.

Job Duties

• Responsible for the daily operations of the Undergraduate Admissions unit by assisting the Senior Director for Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment in the coordination of internal and external activities related to undergraduate admissions.
• Directs and supervises the processing of undergraduate applications for admission; corresponds with prospects and students concerning admission or readmission to the University.
• Monitors operational audit reports for accuracy and compliance with policies. Assists in establishing new procedures and interpreting/implementing policies of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.
• Applies policies and regulations of the OSRHE and administers UCO's policies to credentials of new, transfer, and readmission students to determine admissibility.
• Manages new employee training and on-boarding in the Admissions areas. Maintains training documentation for the area.
• Provides Sr. Director with regular admissions-related reports as well as any ad hoc reporting needs.
• Oversees the Concurrent Enrollment admission process.
• Evaluates High School and Transfer credit for purposes of Admissions.
• Places Admissions Decisions on student accounts.
• Corresponds with students, parents, and other constituents regarding Admissions issues.
• Recommends, implements, and administers methods and procedures to enhance operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as needed.

Qualifications / Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree in job related field plus 7+ years of work experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires work experience with leading, planning, including program development and innovation, program prioritization, and assessment. Extensive knowledge and comprehensive understanding of functional area. Appropriate professional accomplishments and credentials.

Qualifications/Experience Preferred

Master's Degree. Familiarity with CRM Recruit.4+ years of experience with leading planning, including program development and innovation, program prioritization, and assessment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports. Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. Organizing and coordinating skills. Ability to analyze course prerequisites, certification, and/or curriculum/graduation requirements. Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information. Ability to develop and deliver presentations. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures. Ability to plan and evaluate programs. Program planning and implementation skills. Knowledge of student recruitment and retention issues. Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals. Skill in the configuration and use of computerized database programs.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.